The learning exchange was an opportunity for GLTN CSO’s Urban Cluster Partners, HFHI’s Solid Ground Campaign partners and Regional Land Tenure Initiative members to connect, share their land tenure security and urban poverty reduction experiences in Asia and the Pacific, discuss the application of GLTN’s land tools and approaches and to build a shared understanding of the Continuum of Land Rights in Asia Pacific.

The workshop methodology was a combination of inputs from experts and interactive collaborative work from the participants. The co-production of knowledge approach was adopted to ensure the active contribution and engagement of the participants.

General presentations revolved around GLTN’s Land Tenure in Asia and the Pacific: Challenges, Opportunities and Way Forward, report, key concepts and approaches, Interactive presentations on the partner’s work and use of GLTN’s principles, resources and tools, comparative analysis of land issues and solutions. Collective note taking, to capture what participants discover, notice, feel, learn, need and would like to suggest was emphasized. Discussions also centred around around developing and promoting intermediate tenure types, alternative mechanisms for access to land, and fit-for-purpose land administration systems in Asia Pacific region were held, resulting in the identification of practical solutions that will contribute to city planning, urban land policy implementation and fostering innovative partnerships with local governments.

Special emphasis was given to empowering women, grassroots communities and vulnerable groups to advocate for the strengthening of their land and property tenure security in the Asia Pacific region.